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8. Skin Conditions
Diabetics are prone to a variety of skin troubles, and while many of them are mild and easy to treat, some will demand quick and close attention. Bacterial infections are common, as are fungal infections general skin itch, so be sure to report any visible symptoms or changes in sensation to your doctor. However, more serious diabetic skin disorders can be even more worrisome, like allergic reactions or necrobiosis lipoidica diabeticorum (NLD), where shiny sores develop and may break open, setting the stage for infection. The good news is that most skin conditions can be prevented with good blood sugar control, losing some excess weight, and a careful daily skin care regimen.
Diabetes complications are more prevalent in older people who have lived with their disease for years, and have veered away from their recommended lifestyle changes. As with most diseases, how you live your daily life will play a big part in determining your risk for life-threatening complications, which means your blood sugar control should always be your top priority.
In many cases, you won’t be able to do this all on your own – work with your doctor, neurologist, nutritionist, and a support group to help you get on track and stay on track to a healthier, more comfortable future.
Read more about maintaining good diabetes management to avoid complications over at NewLifeOutlook.
Whether you suffer from gestational, type 1 or type 2 diabetes, one thing is for certain: your body does not use insulin as it should.
